Your Tap.Giving
Launch Kit
Everything you need to install your plates, announce to your congregation, and go live. Bookmark this page — it’s your go-to reference.
Getting Started
Installation Guide
Adhesive, screw mount, and elastic band options. Step-by-step for each.
Announcement Kit
Slide template, sample script, and tips for a great launch Sunday.
Phone Settings
iPhone and Android NFC setup. Share this with your volunteers.
Troubleshooting
Common issues and fixes. Phone not reading? Adhesive not sticking? Start here.
Placement Tips
Where to mount, how many you need, and how to avoid NFC interference.
Redirect URL Setup
How to choose a URL for your plates that you can update anytime.
Design Template
Free Canva template to design your own plate artwork. Opens in Canva.
Installation
Three mounting options depending on your seating. Most churches finish installing in under an hour.
Adhesive Back Most Common
Works great on smooth, flat surfaces — finished wood pews, plastic chair backs, and metal surfaces.
Place plates on the back of the pew in front, so the person seated behind can easily reach it.
Screw Mount
For a permanent mount on wooden pew backs. Plates can be ordered with pre-drilled holes.
Plates with screw holes also include adhesive backing, so you have both options.
Elastic Bands For Chairs
Wraps around stackable or folding chairs. No adhesive needed — easy to remove and reposition.
Standard bands fit most church chairs. Let us know your chair dimensions if you’re unsure.
Placement Tips
Where you put the plates matters as much as having them. Here’s what works.
Mount at arm height
People should be able to tap without leaning forward from a seated position.
Center on the pew back
Should be visible and accessible from any seat in the row.
Every 2–3 rows is fine
You don’t need one on every row. Just make sure everyone is within arm’s reach.
Avoid metal framing
Metal near the plate can interfere with NFC signals. Keep plates away from metal brackets or rails.
Installed at Encounter the Lord Church, Lubbock, TX
Announcing to Your Church
The biggest mistake is installing plates without telling anyone. A quick announcement during service makes all the difference.
Announcement Slide
Drop this into ProPresenter, EasyWorship, PowerPoint, or whatever your church uses. Display it during the giving moment.
Open in CanvaWhat to Say
A simple script your pastor or worship leader can use:
Launch Day Tips
Announce from the stage
Don’t rely on people noticing the plates on their own.
Have volunteers in the lobby
2–3 people to demo the tap and help with phone issues.
Announce for 3–4 weeks
Not everyone is there every Sunday. Repetition builds new habits.
Add to your bulletin
A short note explaining tap-to-give goes a long way.
Phone Settings & NFC
Most phones work out of the box. Share this section with your volunteers so they can help anyone who has trouble.
iPhone
iPhone XR/XS and newer read NFC automatically — no setup needed. Just hold the top of the phone near the plate.
iPhone 7–X: Open Camera app or Control Center NFC reader, then tap.
iPhone XR and newer: Just tap. NFC reads automatically in the background.
NFC antenna location: Top edge of the phone.
Android
Most Android phones have NFC built in. If tapping doesn’t work, check these settings:
Most Android: Settings → Connected Devices → NFC → On
Samsung: Settings → Connections → NFC and Contactless Payments → On
NFC antenna location: Center of the phone’s back.
Thick cases: Remove if tap isn’t registering. Metal cases block NFC.
Troubleshooting
Quick answers to the most common questions.
- Make sure the phone is unlocked. NFC won’t trigger on a locked screen for most Android phones.
- Tap slowly and hold for 1–2 seconds. Don’t just bump it — hold the phone flat against the plate.
- Try tapping a different spot. The NFC antenna location varies by phone model.
- Check NFC is enabled in phone settings (see above).
- Remove the phone case if it’s very thick or has a metal plate inside.
Each plate is programmed with your giving URL during production. If the wrong page is opening, contact us at hello@tap.giving and we’ll help. In most cases, we can reprogram the URL remotely if the NFC tag was left unlocked.
- Clean the surface first. Dust, oils, and lacquer build-up weaken adhesive. Wipe with rubbing alcohol and let dry.
- Give it 24 hours. Full strength takes a day. Avoid bumping the plate.
- Rough or textured surfaces may need nano double-sided tape for extra hold.
- Consider screw mounting for high-traffic areas or if adhesive keeps failing.
If your plates were programmed with an unlocked NFC tag, yes — use a free NFC writing app (like NFC Tools on iPhone or Android). If locked during production, the URL is permanent. We recommend leaving tags unlocked. Contact us if you need help.
No. Most churches place one plate every 2–3 seats or on every other row. For a church with 200 seats, 80–100 plates typically covers it well.
Plates are 3mm PVC with a UV-printed surface. Waterproof, scratch-resistant, and designed for years of daily use. The NFC chip has no battery — it’s powered by the phone’s signal when tapped.
Need Help?
I’m here to make sure your launch goes smoothly.
Ryan Shook, Founder
Need more plates?
Volume discounts start at 200 plates.